2026 WORKSHOPS / ADELAIDE, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Images:T.Forbes original journal works and workshop ACSA 2025, Adelaide. (c)
OCTOBER - NOVEMBER 2026
ADELAIDE CENTRAL SCHOOL OF ART
Nature Journaling Extension Class 2-days (Saturdays) Term 4
When: Saturday 31 & Saturday 7 November, 10.00 - 3.00
Cost: $295 (Materials needed to use in class provided)
Bookings/ ACSA
ADELAIDE CENTRAL SCHOOL OF ART
Nature Journaling Extension Class 2-days (Saturdays) Term 4
When: Saturday 31 & Saturday 7 November, 10.00 - 3.00
Cost: $295 (Materials needed to use in class provided)
Bookings/ ACSA
About the workshop:
This extension class is suitable for new (more experienced) and returning students from any of Tabatha’s past workshops, or those just curious about how to draw more complex botanical forms including fruit, berries and seeds collected from South Australia. While some seeds and berries will be rendered beautifully in light watercolour, seed pods translate brilliantly as ink and pencil drawings. This workshop is a great opportunity for return students to bring a particular botanical specimen to class they want to work on (something from your garden perhaps).
Over the duration of the workshop we will explore techniques to develop the nature journal and how to find the style and techniques that work best for you through every season and subject. Class demonstrations and gentle one-on-one guidance with different drawing and watercolour techniques, will introduce students to what Tabatha hopes will inspire a life-long practice.
Returning and beginner students are welcome!
“Drawing from nature is the perfect antidote to our noisy and stressful lives. A chance to dip into another world, closer at hand and less cluttered and complicated. Your worries, momentarily at least, melt away on the page.”
– Dr Tabatha Forbes
This extension class is suitable for new (more experienced) and returning students from any of Tabatha’s past workshops, or those just curious about how to draw more complex botanical forms including fruit, berries and seeds collected from South Australia. While some seeds and berries will be rendered beautifully in light watercolour, seed pods translate brilliantly as ink and pencil drawings. This workshop is a great opportunity for return students to bring a particular botanical specimen to class they want to work on (something from your garden perhaps).
Over the duration of the workshop we will explore techniques to develop the nature journal and how to find the style and techniques that work best for you through every season and subject. Class demonstrations and gentle one-on-one guidance with different drawing and watercolour techniques, will introduce students to what Tabatha hopes will inspire a life-long practice.
Returning and beginner students are welcome!
“Drawing from nature is the perfect antidote to our noisy and stressful lives. A chance to dip into another world, closer at hand and less cluttered and complicated. Your worries, momentarily at least, melt away on the page.”
– Dr Tabatha Forbes
OCTOBER 2026ADELAIDE CENTRAL SCHOOL OF ART
Spring Nature Journaling 2-days (Saturdays) Term 4
When: Saturday 17 & Saturday 24 October, 10.00 - 3.00
Cost: $295 (Materials needed to use in class provided)
Bookings/ ACSA
Spring Nature Journaling 2-days (Saturdays) Term 4
When: Saturday 17 & Saturday 24 October, 10.00 - 3.00
Cost: $295 (Materials needed to use in class provided)
Bookings/ ACSA
NATURE FESTIVAL EVENT (Hosted by Adelaide Central School of Art)
One-Day Introduction to Botanical Drawing at Carrick Hill Garden
When: Saturday 10 October,10.00 - 3.00
Where: The Almond Grove (behind the main house), 46 Carrick Hill Dr, Springfield SA 5062
Cost: $175 (Materials needed to use in class provided)
Bookings: Nature Festival Event
About: Back by popular demand this special Nature Festival event is not to be missed!
Nestled in Carrick Hill's Almond Grove this introduction class is perfect for those who love nature, gardening, botany, science and art! Join New Zealand artist Dr Tabatha Forbes and create elegant botanical drawings inspired by specimens from the beautiful gardens of Carrick Hill. Tabatha’s drawing workshop is a guided introduction to the elegant tradition of botanical art, working with drawing simple plant forms, composition and pencil & pen drawing techniques. Beginners always welcome; Suitable for ages 18+. Max class 12. The course fee includes all materials needed to use in class.
Note: this is an outdoor class so please ensure you come dressed and prepared :)
One-Day Introduction to Botanical Drawing at Carrick Hill Garden
When: Saturday 10 October,10.00 - 3.00
Where: The Almond Grove (behind the main house), 46 Carrick Hill Dr, Springfield SA 5062
Cost: $175 (Materials needed to use in class provided)
Bookings: Nature Festival Event
About: Back by popular demand this special Nature Festival event is not to be missed!
Nestled in Carrick Hill's Almond Grove this introduction class is perfect for those who love nature, gardening, botany, science and art! Join New Zealand artist Dr Tabatha Forbes and create elegant botanical drawings inspired by specimens from the beautiful gardens of Carrick Hill. Tabatha’s drawing workshop is a guided introduction to the elegant tradition of botanical art, working with drawing simple plant forms, composition and pencil & pen drawing techniques. Beginners always welcome; Suitable for ages 18+. Max class 12. The course fee includes all materials needed to use in class.
Note: this is an outdoor class so please ensure you come dressed and prepared :)
Images: T Forbes Nature Journal original pages (c)
AUGUST 2026
ADELAIDE CENTRAL SCHOOL OF ART - TERM THREE
Nature Journaling Extension - Fruit, Berries & Seeds (Saturdays)
BOOKINGS: ACSA SOLD OUT*
When: Saturday 15 & Saturday 22 August,10.30 - 3.30
*Note ACSA has a waiting list so please add your name if you've missed out. Cancellations happen:)
ADELAIDE CENTRAL SCHOOL OF ART - TERM THREE
Nature Journaling Extension - Fruit, Berries & Seeds (Saturdays)
BOOKINGS: ACSA SOLD OUT*
When: Saturday 15 & Saturday 22 August,10.30 - 3.30
*Note ACSA has a waiting list so please add your name if you've missed out. Cancellations happen:)
JULY 2026
ADELAIDE CENTRAL SCHOOL OF ART
Winter Nature Journaling 2-days (Saturdays) SOLD OUT
When: Saturday 4 & Saturday 11 July,10.00 - 3.00
ADELAIDE CENTRAL SCHOOL OF ART
Winter Nature Journaling 2-days (Saturdays) SOLD OUT
When: Saturday 4 & Saturday 11 July,10.00 - 3.00
Images: Mitolo Wines, McLaren Vale & T.Forbes original journal work 2026 (c)
JUNE 2026
MITOLO WINES WITH FLEURIEU ART AWARD
This masterclass is proudly supported by the City of Onkaparinga and destination McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast.
BOOKINGS / TICKETS SOLD OUT
MITOLO WINES WITH FLEURIEU ART AWARD
This masterclass is proudly supported by the City of Onkaparinga and destination McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast.
BOOKINGS / TICKETS SOLD OUT
Aotearoa/NZ Workshops update:
Thanks to all of my wonderful venues in Aotearoa and a huge thanks to all my incredible students! It has been a pleasure working with you all. I will be running workshops in NZ a little less frequently in 2026 due to my new adventures in Adelaide, South Australia, but please keep an eye out on my instagram @botanical.artclass and Facebook pages for any NZ updates and feel free to contact me if you would like to work with me.
See you soon!
Thanks to all of my wonderful venues in Aotearoa and a huge thanks to all my incredible students! It has been a pleasure working with you all. I will be running workshops in NZ a little less frequently in 2026 due to my new adventures in Adelaide, South Australia, but please keep an eye out on my instagram @botanical.artclass and Facebook pages for any NZ updates and feel free to contact me if you would like to work with me.
See you soon!
